In 1976, four statues of sports figures by Joe Brown were installed along the walkway of Veteran's Stadium. When the Stadium was replaced by Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park, and subsequently demolished in 2004, the Philadelphia Phillies removed and restored the statues. They were relocated to the perimeter of the Citizens Bank Park's new parking lot where the Vet once stood in March, 2005. The Punter and The Batter were relocated to the north end of the parking lot, along Hartranft Street/Phillies Drive. Tackle and Play at Second were relocated to the south end of the parking lot, along Pattison Avenue.
Joe Brown, a South Philadelphia native and Temple University graduate was a member of the Philadelphia art Commission and a professor and sculptor at Princeton University. He was originally selected to produce the four statues by the Art Commission in 1970.
Philadelphia Veterans Stadium, informally called "The Vet", housed the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL) from 1971 through 2002 and the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1971 through 2003. The Vet also hosted the annual Army-Navy football game 17 times, first in 1976 and last in 2001, and the Philadelphia Catholic League football playoffs during the 1970s and 1980s. The 1976 and 1996 Major League Baseball All-Star Games were held at the venue. The Vet was also home to the Philadelphia Stars of the United States Football League (USFL) from 1983-1984, and Temple University Football from 1974-2002.
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The largest LED video display board in the National League (39'5" x 69'7") anchors the scoreboard system above Harry the K's.
A festive outfield entertainment area open to all guests that is named in honor of Phillies legend Richie Ashburn, Ashburn Alley features a retail store, a variety of concession options, the All Star Walk, Wall of Fame and Memory Lane.
Fans have the chance to view the bi-level bullpens and watch pitchers from both teams warm up. A special viewing platform located in Memory Lane includes instructional pitching plaques and a unique peek into the bullpens.
Citizens Bank Park is designed with a unique construction "break" in the Hall of Fame Club/Pavilion Level (near Section 210). The "break" lowers the entire right field Pavilion Deck approximately 20 feet, moving those seats lower and closer to the playing field. It also provides a viewing platform that allows guests to see the game and catch a glimpse of the Philadelphia skyline.
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A festive outfield entertainment area open to all guests that is named in honor of Phillies legend Richie Ashburn, Ashburn Alley features a retail store, a variety of concession options, the All Star Walk, Wall of Fame and Memory Lane.
Located on the back of the batter's eye walls, Memory Lane is an illustrated history of Philadelphia baseball, including the Phillies, Philadelphia Athletics and Negro League teams in the city.
The largest LED video display board in the National League (39'5" x 69'7") anchors the scoreboard system above Harry the K's.
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A festive outfield entertainment area open to all guests that is named in honor of Phillies legend Richie Ashburn, Ashburn Alley features a retail store, a variety of concession options, the All Star Walk, Wall of Fame and Memory Lane.
Located on the back of the batter's eye walls, Memory Lane is an illustrated history of Philadelphia baseball, including the Phillies, Philadelphia Athletics and Negro League teams in the city.
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